Senior Controls Engineer: Life Sciences Automation Leader

Radiometer; Town of Hebron (NY); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Beckman Coulter Diagnostics, a Danaher operating company, seeks a Sr Controls Engineer to lead automation projects for Hebron manufacturing operations. You will design, program, and validate PLCs, HMIs, and robotics, coordinating with suppliers and internal teams to meet URS and regulatory standards.

The role emphasizes end-to-end project execution, equipment commissioning, and training, with on-site responsibilities in Hebron.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or Mechatronics/Automation required or equivalent.
• 5+ years in automation/controls; master’s degree with 2+ years acceptable.
• Proficient PLC programming (ladder logic & structured text) and controls hardware.

Responsibilities

• Design and program PLCs, HMIs, and robotics for automated equipment.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop URS and architecture-level designs.
• Lead end-to-end project execution with suppliers, including budgeting and scheduling.
• Ensure regulatory compliance and proper documentation throughout projects.

Skills

PLC programming

Ladder logic

Structured text

AC/DC drives

Servo motors

HMI development

Machine vision

Robotics

Project leadership

Communication skills

Continuous improvement

Regulatory compliance

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering or Mechatronics/Automation

Master’s degree in Engineering or Mechatronics/Automation

Tools

Rockwell Automation ControlLogix

Cognex vision systems

SCADA systems

Ethernet I/P

Job description

Beckman Coulter Diagnostics, a Danaher operating company, seeks a Sr Controls Engineer to lead automation projects for Hebron manufacturing operations. You will design, program, and validate PLCs, HMIs, and robotics, coordinating with suppliers and internal teams to meet URS and regulatory standards.

The role emphasizes end-to-end project execution, equipment commissioning, and training, with on-site responsibilities in Hebron.